Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant

Shillito Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shillito Group in Sheffield is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its on-site team. The role blends customer credit control with day-to-day accounts support, including invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks.

You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts and reduce overdue debt. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in credit control and accounts administration, with numeracy and organisational skills, and a working

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control and general accounts administration.
• AAT or equivalent accounting qualification desirable or working towards one.
• Excellent numeracy and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation with customers and internal teams.
• Proficient with accounting software and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts and proactively chase overdue invoices to reduce days sales outstanding.
• Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and customer statements accurately and promptly.
• Allocate customer receipts and reconcile bank transactions and ledgers.
• Support month-end close with account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries.
• Maintain accurate credit records and raise queries where needed.

Skills

Credit control

Accounts administration

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant (BBBH1145) Sheffield, England

Salary: GBP28000 - GBP30000 per annum

Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant

On-site Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant - Sheffield

Role: Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Package: £28k to £30k
Hours / pattern: On site
Consultant: Connie

All applications are handled in confidence by Shillito Group.

Overview

Shillito Group is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its Sheffield team on site. The role combines customer credit control with day-to-day accounts assistance, supporting invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks. You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts, reduce overdue debt and ensure timely reconciliation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts and proactively chase overdue invoices to reduce days sales outstanding.
• Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and customer statements accurately and promptly.
• Allocate customer receipts and reconcile bank transactions and ledgers.
• Support month-end close with account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries.
• Maintain accurate credit records, assess customer credit risk and raise queries where needed.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience in credit control and general accounts administration.
• Excellent numeracy, attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident use of accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with customers and internal teams.
• AAT or equivalent accounting qualification desirable or working towards one.

Package and benefits

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